What happened on Friday November 20, 1959?

Here's what happened on November 20, 1959:

• UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child The United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopts the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, establishing a comprehensive framework of rights and protections for children worldwide. This landmark document outlines key principles ensuring children's welfare, education, healthcare, and protection from exploitation.
• Alan Freed Fired in Payola Scandal WABC radio fires legendary disc jockey Alan Freed over the payola scandal, where radio personalities were accepting bribes from record companies to play specific songs. This event was part of a broader investigation into unethical practices in the music industry during the late 1950s.
• James P. McGovern Birth James P. McGovern is born, who would later become a prominent U.S. Congressman representing Massachusetts, known for his progressive political stance and advocacy for various social causes.

Events in 1959

November 20, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Nov. 20, 1959

Newspapers from Nov. 20, 1959

November 20, 1959 was a Friday and it was the 324th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 20, 1959 can also be written as 11/20/1959 in the US and as 20/11/1959 in UK and Europe.

November 20, 1959 in November 1959 calendar

Famous people born on November 20, 1959:

• Sean Young

  Prominent American actress known for iconic roles in 'Blade Runner' and 'No Way Out', famous for her striking beauty and occasional on-set...

• Orlando Figes

  Renowned British historian specializing in Russian history, acclaimed for his comprehensive and insightful books about Russian culture and...

• Mario Martone

  Acclaimed Italian film and theater director known for his artistic and innovative approach to storytelling.

Famous people born in 1959

Famous people born on November 20th

Famous people died on November 20, 1959:

• Sylvia Lopez

  French model and actress (b. 1933).

• Alfonso López Pumarejo
• Carl Moser

Famous people who died in 1959

Famous people who died on November 20th

November 20, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 20, 1959 was Mr. Blue by The Fleetwoods, according to the music chart for the week November 16th and November 22nd.

1. The Fleetwoods - Mr. Blue
2. Bobby Darin - Mack The Knife
3. Della Reese - Don't You Know
4. Paul Anka - Put Your Head On My Shoulder
5. Guy Mitchell - Heartaches By The Number

November 20, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 20, 1959 was Travellin' Light by Cliff Richard & The Shadows, according to the music chart for the week November 16th and November 22nd.

1. Cliff Richard & The Shadows - Travellin' Light
2. Bobby Darin - Mack The Knife
3. Emile Ford & The Checkmates - What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For?
4. Johnny & The Hurricanes - Red River Rock
5. The Everly Brothers - ('Til) I Kissed You

November 20, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 20, 1959 was So Many Ways by Brook Benton, according to the music chart for the week November 16th and November 22nd.

1. Brook Benton - So Many Ways
2. The Drifters - Dance With Me
3. Della Reese - Don't You Know
4. The Fleetwoods - Mr. Blue
5. The Coasters - Poison Ivy

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 20th is Scorpio.

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Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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November 20, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 20, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on November 20, 1959 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 20, 1959 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on November 20, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 68% full, rising at 09:07 pm and setting at 11:21 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 15, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Dec 15, 1959.

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Your place in the Universe on November 20, 1959

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Someone born on November 20, 1959 is:

65 years 6 months old,

or 786 months and 3 days old,

or 3418 weeks

or 23926 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on November 20, 1959?

There are 181 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday November 20th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 20, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on November 20, 1959.

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